12 local martial arts students shine at Nationals

Twelve students of Shaolin Kempo Studios of Self Defense, Rockford, traveled to Georgetown, Ky., April 17 to compete in the National Tournament for martial arts. The students range in age from 9 years to “over 50” and include a school teacher, a tattoo artist and an electrician. All gave an exceptional effort and performance in sparring and forms competition and proudly represented the Rockford studio. All the instructors of Shaolin Kempo Studios of Rockford congratulate and commend the competitors. Shaolin Kempo Studios of Self Defense is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The studio teaches Kempo-kung fu, karate and jiu-jitsu.